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Originally posted by BLydic
Mark,
I knew the question sounded like it was right out of the marketing department, but I really am considering the course. I've just finished my 4th season as a basketball official and I would like to take advantage of any opportunity to learn and improve. Thought I'd run it passed everyone (anyone) to see if the cost was remotely worth it.
Thanks for the reply
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Do not mind Mark, he has to make a joke out of everything here. That is just what he does.
I have seen a short demonstration with this course from Mary Struckoff at our IHSA Convention. It seems worth it if you feel you are not getting any good training from your state or local association. In my state we have a lot of camps and we can learn great things from this program. From my standpoint the course seems good for an official's association to buy and us the information (they send you a CD with information) and use for your local association. You can buy just the CD alone and not take the course. I believe Mary said it was $29. If you feel you are not getting enough information or training from your area, the course might be perfect. I personally think the program would not apply to me or many in my state or association because we have some of the best clinics and training opportunities in the country. Also one of the reasons the course created to allow for some certification requirements so if you move from one state to another, so you can prove you have a certain level of competency in that respective sport.
Peace